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UPDATES
27 February 2026
Interview on RNZ with Karel Boakes (BOINZ President) and Bill McKay (School of Architecture and Planning, University of Auckland).The Government’s new rules for building a granny flat, or ‘minor standalone dwelling’ will likely save plans from being clogged up at council level, but they’re still complex, full of restrictions which homeowners would need to be aware of.
Read the article and hear the interview:
12 February 2026
RNZ Interview on Granny Flats with Karel Boakes
Following Karel Boakes' article earlier this week, she was interviewed on RNZ discussing the risks homeowners need to know when building a granny flat.
Karel highlights that under the Government's new rules, responsibility has shifted from councils to homeowners.
Click here to listen to the interview.
9 February 2026
Granny flats: easier to start – far easier to get wrong
The Government’s new granny flat rules, in force from 15 January 2026, have been promoted as a simple, low-cost way to add housing.
But for many property owners, the reality is far more complex.
While some consent requirements have been removed, the risk hasn’t disappeared – it’s shifted.
20 November 2025
BOINZ is proud to have partnered with New Zealand Certified Builders (NZCB) to develop a new course - The NZ Building Code & Compliance for Builders.
This online, self-paced course gives NZCB members a basic, practical understanding of how the Building Code shapes everyday construction work in New Zealand.
20 August 2025
Building surveyors are welcoming Minister Chris Penk’s new reform announcements on 18th May.
- Liability now falls on those responsible – no more “last man standing” costs for ratepayers
- Stronger accountability for builders and subtrades
- Support for voluntary BCA amalgamation, not forced restructuring
- Better outcomes for investors, homeowners & the economy
12 August 2025
About the Building Officials Institute of New Zealand
The Institute is a registered charitable, non-profit organisation with a National Office in Wellington and nine branches across the country. We represent more than 1,200 members working in building surveying and control across both the public and private sectors.
See our Vision and Mission
EVENTS & AWARDS
BOINZ Symposium &
BCA Leaders Forum
The BCA Leaders Forum and Symposium are a key time to for the industry to come together to collaborate, share insights and best practice across the sector at a time of big changes.
The programme covers important and current topics – the rapid emergence of AI, earthquake-prone buildings, enforcement, overseas products, fire, granny flats and more. Delegates will also hear directly from the Minister and MBIE in a chance to get some valuable insights into the direction of the sector.
A highlight is Lessons from Grenfell Tower, presented by Richard Mills, former Deputy Commissioner of the London Fire Brigade. This session draws on the lessons from the Grenfell tragedy, offering insight into the real-world consequences for communities, residents, and building professionals.
Beyond the sessions, there is a series of field trips - exploring mass residential building with Simplicity, landmark developments in the University Precinct, and the newly opened New Zealand International Convention Centre.
Join us for the BOINZ Excellence Awards!
Get your gala dinner outfits ready for Symposium 2026.
We are thrilled to celebrate the outstanding individuals who have made a lasting impact within the building control and surveying industry at this year’s Excellence Awards.
Join us for an unforgettable evening on the Auckland Harbour, where our theme - Harbour Lights: The Captain’s Gala Dinner - sets the tone for a night of nautical elegance and refined glamour.
It promises to be a spectacular occasion as we recognise excellence, honour achievements and come together as an industry.
The event will be held on Monday 4 May, and we warmly invite all members to join us for what promises to be a memorable evening.
Tickets are included as part of the registration and are also available for separate purchase.
Click here for more information on the Awards and to Nominate for 2027
TRAINING COURSES
The Training Academy provides relevant, up-to-date quality training and events for building control staff, the building industry, and anyone who is interested in building compliance and quality building outcomes.
Online
These courses offer the flexibility to learn at your own pace, at a time that works for you. Each course takes between 1 and 2 hours depending on your existing knowledge base.
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Face to Face
These classroom courses offer the additional benefit of networking and learning from your peers. Join in person or via online zoom.
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Entry to BCA
The starting point in your Building Surveying career pathway, Entry to BCA is a 2-part learning pathway designed to effectively and efficiently increase competency.
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